Month: December 2010

Whether you have heard about it before or not, breast self-exams are a very important part of a woman’s health. Breast Self-Exams, also often called BSE should be done on a regular basis to prevent breast cancer. Breast exams are conducted to feel for knots and other abnormalities and should be done more often than … Continue reading "Helpful Hints on Conducting a Breast Self-Exam"

Shiatsu Massage means “Finger Pressure.” It is a Japanese adaptation of Acupressure, a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Yet, its history and development involves both modern Western medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine practices. In Japan, Shiatsu has special legal status, recognized as a legitimate medical therapy. To become a fully qualified Shiatsupractor, you must undergo … Continue reading "Shiatsu Massage Therapy | Health Care Information"

Having a baby is like no other experience a woman will go through and because of the ups and downs of her hormones throughout and after the pregnancy, a myriad of emotions are felt. Sometimes there are excessive emotions but when do you worry that you’re in the territory of post-partum depression? There is an … Continue reading "Identifying and Treating Post-Partum Depression"